Author: Radhi Shah

Zuber Lawler

New Breakthroughs in Self-Correction May Unlock the Potential of Quantum Computers

Quantum computers are one step closer to becoming practical tools for real-world applications, thanks to new advances in error correction. Recent developments have demonstrated that quantum systems are now able to correct their own errors, significantly improving the accuracy of their calculations. Unlike classical computers, which rely on binary states (0s and 1s), quantum computers […]

The Looming Quantum Computing Threat to Blockchain Security

Blockchain technology, hailed for its decentralized structure and ironclad security, is standing at a crossroads as quantum computing looms on the horizon. With each breakthrough in quantum technology, the cryptographic algorithms that safeguard blockchain could be at risk. Vulnerabilities in Blockchain Security The security of blockchain technology relies heavily on cryptographic algorithms that are currently […]

Xiaohong Chip Sets New Standards in China’s Quantum Computing Journey

The Center for Excellence in Quantum Information and Quantum Physics under the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has made a groundbreaking advancement in quantum computing with the introduction of the Xiaohong chip. This 504-qubit superconducting quantum computing chip sets a new record for China in the realm of superconducting quantum technology. 504 qubits sets a […]

Quantum Computing and the Looming Threat to Cybersecurity

Quantum computing, once a realm of academic exploration, has now transitioned into tangible commercial opportunities, ushering in a wave of optimism and concern in equal measure. While quantum computing promises transformative leaps in computing power, it also poses a significant threat to cybersecurity. The implications of granting cyber attackers access to quantum computers are akin […]

J. Robert Oppenheimer’s Legacy in Quantum Mechanics

The release of the film “Oppenheimer” in July 2023 has brought renewed attention to the renowned scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer’s life. While Oppenheimer is primarily remembered as the key figure behind the development of the atomic bomb, his early contributions to the field of quantum mechanics have had a lasting impact on modern quantum chemistry. […]

Quantum Optimization, Hardware is the Biggest Obstacle

WE NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING TRANSCRIPT WAS CREATED BY A ROBOT SO PLEASE FORGIVE ANY TYPOS. [Radhi] Hello and welcome to our dead cat live cat interview series. DCLC is an online content computing magazine founded by a bunch of nerdy lawyers. But we are also scientists, engineers and futurists focused on the likelihood that quantum […]